Happiness boosts fitness after weight loss surgery, study finds

NCT ID NCT04868032

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested a 10-week program that combined positive psychology and motivational interviewing to help people become more physically active after bariatric surgery. 58 adults who had surgery 6-12 months earlier and wanted to move more took part. The program aimed to see if it was practical and helpful, measuring how many sessions people completed and their activity levels with a fitness tracker.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity

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Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States